It has been reported in the overseas motoring press that John Surtees has passed away at 83 years old.

"All at HistoricRacingNews.com are saddened to hear the news this afternoon of the death at 83 of John Surtees, four time 500cc motorcycle World Champion and 1964 Formula One World Champion - a unique feat. He went on run his own team building cars for a variety of series and in later years raised money for a medical charity in the name of his son Henry. A true racing great."

RIP John. A true legend.